HOLISTIC ENDODONTICS

Holistic Endodontics

Holistic endodontics is an alternative approach to treating the inner pulp and root canals of teeth that emphasizes the connection between oral health and the whole body. While traditional endodontics focuses primarily on saving a specific tooth from infection, biological practitioners aim to use materials and techniques that minimize systemic inflammation and immune system stress.

Core Principle

Whole-Body Focus: It treats the mouth as an integrated part of the body, considering how dental infections or materials might affect other organs or the immune system.

Biocompatibility: Practitioners prioritize non-toxic, biocompatible materials for fillings and sealants to avoid allergic reactions or sensitivities common with traditional materials like metal-based sealers.

Advanced Disinfection: Because biological dentists are concerned that bacteria can remain trapped in microscopic tubules, they often use advanced sterilization methods:

Ozone Therapy: Utilizing ozone gas or ozonated water to penetrate deep into tooth structures and kill pathogens without harsh chemicals. Ozone kills bacteria 3000x faster than traditional disinfectants.

FOTONA Laser-Assisted Disinfection: Using dental lasers eliminates bacteria and remove organic debris more thoroughly than traditional mechanical tools. FOTONA lasers technology preserves more of the natural tooth structure compared to traditional drilling.

Professional Perspective

Specialty Status: Holistic endodontics is a philosophy of practice rather than a separate, board-recognized specialty. Practitioners are often endodontic specialists who have undergone additional training in holistic principles.

Organization Guidance: Many holistic dentists follow protocols from groups like:
- International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT)
- International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM)

Mainstream View: The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) and the American Dental Association (ADA) maintain that traditional root canals are safe and that there is no scientific evidence linking properly treated teeth to systemic disease.

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